ASD FY26 E-Rate Access Point Licenses

Alpine School District (ASD) is seeking proposals for Wireless Access Point (WAP) Licensing through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for fiscal year 2026, specifically targeting E-Rate program funding. The procurement is focused on acquiring new wireless access point licenses, with HP/Aruba identified as the preferred brand to maintain compatibility with the district's existing infrastructure. Vendors must be E-Rate program participants and hold a Service Provider ID Number (SPIN), with mandatory compliance with all E-Rate regulations including timely Service Provider Annual Certification (SPAC) filing. All proposed equipment must be new, with no used or refurbished items accepted, and vendors must demonstrate ability to meet or exceed the district's technical specifications. The solicitation requires submission through UPPP-Bonfire by December 19, 2025, at 2:00 pm Mountain Standard Time, with ASD reserving the right to determine product equivalence and compatibility with current network infrastructure.

The procurement opportunity appears open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations explicitly mentioned. Vendors must certify compliance with Utah state requirements, including anti-boycott provisions under Utah Code Annotated 63G-27, and confirm non-use of forced labor products. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documents, the solicitation indicates that pricing will be evaluated and must remain guaranteed for the specified period. Contractors must be independent entities and comply with federal and state employment laws, including Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Executive Order 11246, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. ASD retains significant procurement flexibility, including the right to terminate contracts, conduct background checks on vendor personnel, and modify contracts to incorporate technological upgrades. The district's existing technology infrastructure appears to be Aruba-based, suggesting a preference for solutions that can seamlessly integrate with current network systems.